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Kehl School of Dance

4.9 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Ballet school in Madison, Wisconsin

Ballet school Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Ages classes for ages 2–8 — check the schedule for the right level for your dancer
  • Recitals end-of-year performances and shows — ask about costume and performance fees when you enroll
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (608) 819-6501
  • Website & schedule kehldance.com — enroll and see the live class schedule

Hours

Monday 5–7:30 PM
Tuesday 5–7:30 PM
Wednesday 5–7:30 PM
Thursday 5–7:30 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Studio hours shift for holidays, recitals, and term schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The programs they offer

Ballet programs on the schedule at Kehl School of Dance, confirmed in families' own reviews and the studio's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌸 Kids Ballet 16 mentions

“My daughter has done two sessions of the Tiny Tots dance class at Kehl School of Dance and looks forward to her classes every week.”

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🧸 Toddler & Pre-Ballet 3 mentions

“We have done both fairytale ballet and pre-ballet at Kehl and our kids have loved it.”

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💛 Adaptive Ballet 2 mentions

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What families & students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 49 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“The staff are also very welcoming and when my daughter was nervous on the first day, her teacher had so much patience with her and she finally warmed up.”

🧸 wonderful with young kids 5 mentions

“We have done both fairytale ballet and pre-ballet at Kehl and our kids have loved it.”

💛 nurturing, non-competitive 5 mentions

“They have affordable classes and also have leotards and other dance essentials, which I find very helpful and kind of them to do :)”

🎭 beautiful recitals & performances 4 mentions

“She absolutely loves the class and is very proud to tell people that she takes ballet and will even be in a recital.”

💵 good value / fair tuition 2 mentions

“They have affordable classes and also have leotards and other dance essentials, which I find very helpful and kind of them to do :)”

🗓️ well-run & communicative 6 mentions

“The teachers are professional and prepared, and both girls have increased their confidence and knowledge in dance.”

From the reviews

Thanks to Jo Matzner's Sitting Ballet class at Kehl School of Dance my daughter who has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair and crutches to get around can take ballet, just like her friends at school. She absolutely loves the class and is very proud to tell people that she takes ballet and will even be in a recital.

★★★★★ — Sandy, Mar 2015

I moved to this dance studio this year. They have really nice studios and welcoming teachers, and students. I was very nervous to switch studios but I found this studio very welcoming and they have a great variety of dance classes to choose from.

★★★★★ — Ariana, Feb 2020

I recently took an Adult Ballet class at the Open House, as I am hoping to take classes this fall. Kristin was the instructor, and she was so fantastic; everything I would want in a teacher! She went at the perfect pace, was extemely knowledgeable and patient, and was also very graceful and amazing.

★★★★★ — Andrea, May 2026

I love dancing at Kehl! I have grown so much over the years not only as a dancer but as a person, everyone is so friendly. And the teachers are all committed to their job. Mrs.JoAnn is an amazing teacher not only for ballet.

★★★★★ — Juliana, Feb 2020

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Your first ballet class at Kehl School of Dance

Nervous about walking into your first class? Almost everyone is — and a good studio expects beginners, whether your dancer is five or you're returning at fifty. Here's what to know. What to wear: comfortable clothes you can move in, with socks or bare feet; a leotard and tights are nice if you have them, but not required, and pointe shoes are years down the road — never day one. What to expect: class usually starts at the barre with slow, simple movements to warm up, then moves to the center — follow along, copy the teacher, and don't worry about getting it "right" the first time. Arrive early: come 10–15 minutes ahead to change, find a spot, and let the teacher know it's a first class so they can keep an eye out. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Ballet is for every age and every body. If you're returning from an injury or have a health concern, mention it to the teacher before class so they can offer modifications.

Where to find Kehl School of Dance

5117 Verona Rd, Madison, WI53711

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